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7RREI #41 - Shakespeare Quotes, Unicorn Sellers, and the Dangers of House Hacking...with Lee Kearney

Think you've flipped a lot of houses? Try flipping 7,000+. That's how many houses our guest in this episode (Lee Kearney) has flipped, and he's only done this over the last decade. Tune in to hear how Lee's accomplished so many house flips, along with his insights on the dangers when doing one of the most common real estate investing strategies - the house hack. Plus, you're in for a surprise later, as Lee drops Shakespeare quotes too. Hear it all now, click "play" in iTunes!

7RREI #40 - Transforming Uganda, Achieving Financial Independence, and Going Bow Hunting...with Michael Blank

Struggling to do your first multifamily deal? This episode can help. Our guest, Michael Blank, provides insights on what it takes to do your first deal. Michael also goes into depth on how exactly a person can REALISTICALLY achieve financial independence through real estate. And, to spice things up - the episode also features topics like bow hunting and why it can be a surprisingly calming and introspective activity. To hear all that, and more >> Click 'play' in iTunes now!

7RREI #39 - Multifamily Amenities, Nasi Lemak, and How You Can Tell When a Deal Sponsor Is Exaggerating...with James Kandasamy

Having a difficult time finding deals in your market? Then this episode's for you. Listen in and you'll hear our guest, James, describe how he's been able to build a thriving portfolio of multifamily apartment buildings, despite being in seemingly crowded and competitive Texas markets. How has he done it? And what are the takeaways you can draw from his successes as a multifamily real estate investor in Texas? You'll get those items, along with much more in this episode >> To hear it, click ...

7RREI #38 - Yankees Baseball, Multifamily Leadership, and What to Do When You Get Amnesia On Your Wedding Day...with Patrick Antrim

Think you're having a bad day? Try getting Amnesia on your wedding day. That's what happened to our guest, Patrick Antrim, CEO of Multifamily Leadership. Patrick shares the story, and goes into depth as well, on his forte -- leadership, as it pertains to those at real estate investing firms. In addition, he also shares stories from a career spent playing baseball for the New York Yankees and how this eventually led him into the fields of real estate & leadership. >> To Hear it all, click "Pl...

7RREI #37 - National Parks, Syndication Law, and How to Make a Vision Board...with Kim Lisa Taylor

Raising money for real estate deals, or just considering it? Either way, this episode is for you. You'll hear our guest, Kim Lisa Taylor of Syndication Attorneys PLLC, give an in-depth look at real estate syndications. Having done over 100 syndications, Kim can safely be called an expert. And she'll help you to become more of an expert in this episode. Along with syndications, you'll also hear some unusual thoughts on the national parks and how to build a vision board. >> To Listen , click "...

7RREI #36 - Investing In Farmland, Making Equity Happen, and How to Find Quality Real Estate Events...with Russell Gray

The best investment is..........Farmland? You might leave this episode thinking it is. Our guest Russell Gray shares some intriguing insights on farmland during the show. In addition, Russell - who's co-host of the Real Estate Guys - speaks on a variety of other REI topics, including how exactly equity happens and how you can cut through the B.S. to find quality real estate events to attend. Additionally, he gives a HUGE list of excellent books for you to check out. >> To Hear it - Click Pla...

Winter Break -- [Next Episode - Tuesday, January 8, 2019] --

Happy Holidays and here's to 2019! Stay tuned for more episodes, following the holidays in January. Our next episode will be airing on Tuesday January 8th.

7RREI #35 - Catching the Moon, Reaching Foreign Investors, and Getting Mugged On The Street By a Monkey...with Nizan Mosery

Enjoy a good story? Then you'll love this episode. Our guest, Nizan Mosery has no shortage of TRUE stories, from his time as both a real estate investor and a world traveler. Among the stories, you'll hear his unusual training experience with the IDF in Israel, his time with the Dali Lama, and...a "traumatic" episode when Nizan was mugged on the street by a monkey (*as in the animal). Along with the stories, there's also PLENTY of real estate discussion too. -- To hear it all > Click "Play" ...

7RREI #34 - People Pumps, The Death of Retail, and Why It's Hard to Find the Bathrooms At Most Shopping Malls...with Michael Flight

Think shopping malls are a bad asset class to invest in? This episode may cause you to reconsider. Our guest, Michael Flight - a true expert on retail REI - shares his insights, as gleaned from 3+ decades of CREI experience. Among Michael's insights, he offers the truth about the so-called "Retail Apocalypse", tips on enhancing the value of a shopping centre, and how - if you're a newbie - you can buy your first piece of retail real estate. To hear these insights and more - Click "Play" in i...

7RREI #33 - Egyptian Food, Triple Net Leases, and Investing In Puerto Rico...with Cherif Medawar

Can blue ocean strategy be applied to commercial real estate? Yes, as our guest in this episode (Cherif Medawar) explains. Along with this topic, Cherif also highlights a unique strategy for retail assets, involving NNN leases. And, in keeping with his international background, Cherif describes investing in Puerto Rican Real Estate and what to see on a visit to Egypt -- To her all that, Click "Play" in iTunes now!

7RREI #32 - Haitian Hymns, Multifamily Goals, and Why You're Never Too Old For REI...with Bill Manassero

"There was very little that was typical in Haiti..." -- So begins our guest in this episode, Bill Manassero in describing his unbelievable 12 year adventure as a missionary in Haiti. Bill's story is well worth a listen, as are the other insights he shares in this episode. Among those insights - Bill debunks the myth of age as a limit on getting into REI. And he also describes how to invest in real estate properties, despite living overseas. For his insights on these topics & more >> Click "P...

7RREI #31 -- Time Blocking, Recession-Resistant Assets, and How to Get Grant Cardone On Your Podcast ...with Hunter Thompson

This episode is about real estate, BUT........Our guest also reveals a major secret on how he got Grant Cardone as a guest on his podcast. Along with that secret, our guest (Hunter Thompson) shares his insights on such topics as which assets are recession-resistant and how he's personally succeeded with time blocking (the strategy made famous in Gary Keller's book "The One Thing"). For those topics and more, along with Hunter's 7 Rules For Real Estate Investing >> Click "Play" in iTunes now!

7RREI #30 -- Magnetic Capital, French Canals, and Why You Should Never Ask Investors For Money...with Victor Menasce

What's the best way to go about asking investors for money? If you're wondering about that, you'll enjoy this episode. Our guest, Victor Menasce, is an expert on raising capital. And he answers that question in a surprising way. Along with his answer, Victor also speaks to other topics, including why investors often repel capital (rather than attracting it) and how to be more magnetic when you're raising capital. For his insights on those topics and more >> Click "Play" in iTunes now!

7RREI #29 -- Self-directed IRAs, Webinar Tips, and How to Succeed in Business When You're a Single Parent...with Kaaren Hall

Need more money for real estate investing? If so, you'll appreciate this episode. Our guest (Kaaren Hall) will explaining self-directed IRAs and how you can use them as a funding source for REI. Along with self-directed IRAs, Kaaren also provides tips on how you can give an effective webinar. And if you're a single parent, you'll definitely want to listen in to this episode. That's because you'll hear Kaaren describe how she succeeded in business, despite being a single parent. >> To hear al...

7RREI #28 -- Herbalife, REI Meetups, and the Inside Scoop From a Passive Investor...with Jeremy Roll

Think you've got the perfect deal for passive investors? This episode might make you change your mind. Our guest, Jeremy Roll shares his insights from over a decade of being a Full-time Passive investor - involved with more than 70 opportunities across over $500 Million worth of assets. Beyond this topic, Jeremy also offers advice on how to start a successful REI Meetup. if you're thinking of doing that, you'll find his advice helpful too >> To hear these topics and more, Click "PLAY" in iTu...

7RREI #27 -- F1 Racing, Recession-Proof Real Estate, and How to Stay Energized While Managing Your Business...with Scott Meyers

Self-storage Investing -- It's one of the best known, yet least explored forms of real estate investing. In fact, if you asked investors at a REIA meeting, they'd probably ALL be in favour of it. And yet...how many of them would have self-storage assets? Probably not many. And that's a shame, because self-storage can indeed be an REI "cash cow". In this episode, you'll learn why and how to start in it - from our guest, self-storage expert Scott Meyers. >> To hear the episode, click "Play" in...

7RREI #26 -- Trailer Trash, Big Signs, and A Surprising Lesson From An Old Texas Hotelier…with Frank Rolfe

Mobile home parks may not be the first asset class that comes to mind when you think about real estate investing. Yet as our guest in this episode (Frank Rolfe) explains, this asset class is definitely worth considering and even potentially investing in. Tune in to hear Frank share his insights from investing in over 250 mobile home parks across the U.S. over the past two decades. Then stay tuned to hear him give a great book recommendation along with other insights certain to make you a bet...

7RREI #25 -- The Pizza Formula, Hacks For Learning Music, and Why There's No Such Thing As a Good Investment…with David Campbell

What if Kiyosaki's "Poor Dad" had switched from being a teacher to being a Real Estate Investor? His story might resemble that of our guest in this episode. Our guest, David Campbell, started off as a high-school band teacher. Yet through the power of REI, he was able to quit his job before the age of 30 and make a name for himself as an investor, syndicator, developer, and blogger. Hear David's story in this episode >>Click "Play" in iTunes now

7RREI #24 -- Recording Studios, Assisted Living Centre Investing, and How to Choose Which Panels You’ll Attend At a Convention…with Gene Guarino

As millions of Americans enter their "golden years", this trend is creating new opportunities for real estate investors. Our guest, Gene Guarino, certainly knows about that. He's the foremost expert on investing in Residential Assisted Living (RAL) Centres - a unique form of housing for Seniors. Gene explains how you can succeed in RAL in this episode. He also covers topics like how to decide which panels you'll attend at a convention and whether to invest in recording studios. >> Click "Pla...

7RREI #23 -- Finding Your Mastermind Group, Turnkey Investing, and Whether Houses Are Really Sold at 2 AM...with Tom Olson

You've probably heard top real estate investors talk about how important masterminds are - BUT how exactly do you find the right mastermind? You'll hear the answer in this episode, as our guest - Tom Olson - shares the keys to masterminds. Tom , an expert on turnkey investing, also shares a HUGE list of books to beef up your skills as a real estate investor. And he covers a BIG thing that most flippers, wholesalers, and others in REI never even consider. >> To hear all that, Click "PLAY" in ...

7RREI #22 -- Ice Curling, Tony Robbins, and Why All The Good Deals Are Gone...with Trevor McGregor

Can't find a good deal in your real estate market? Then this episode could be what you need. Our guest, Trevor McGregor, explains why all the good deals are gone and what you as an investor can do about it. Trevor also describes what it's like to work alongside Tony Robbins, in one of the world's elite coaching programmes. And yes, as the episode title indicates - Trevor does discuss ice curling, and he recommends an amazing travel destination -- To hear all that, Click PLAY in iTunes now

7RREI #21 -- Media Misconceptions, Passive REI, and Why Storm Damage is Great for Your Portfolio...with Clayton Morris

Struggling over a big decision? Then you'll appreciate hearing how our guest (Clayton Morris) made a BIG decision of his own. Clayton's decision was whether to leave a high-profile TV anchor position and go into REI. In the episode, he shares what it took to make the transition, along with added thoughts on how the nightly news gets real estate WRONG. Plus, as the title of this episode indicates - you'll learn why storm damage is GREAT for your portfolio. >> To hear all that, Click "PLAY" in...

7RREI #20 -- Buying Properties Sight Unseen, Getting Your Kids Into Investing, and Hitting the Wall...with Tamar Mar

How do you talk to your kids about real estate investing? If you've ever wondered, then you'll enjoy this episode. Our guest (Tamar Mar) describes how she's done it, in practical realistic ways. Tamar also speaks on a diverse range of other subjects, including: her experiences buying a rental property at just 19; how to get through grueling marathons; and a surprisingly simple way to ensure that real estate investors return your calls and send you deals. >> To hear that and more - Click "Pla...

7RREI #19 -- Scientific REI, Wholesaling's Unusual Cousin, and How to Motivate Yourself (and Stay Motivated)...with Justin Colby

If you've ever flipped real estate or considered doing so, you'll enjoy this episode. Our guest, Justin Colby, shares some stellar insights on flipping - taken from his time flipping $100M+ in real estate. His insights include, most notably, a few MAJOR mistakes when flipping - mistakes which you yourself might be at risk of making. Then, beyond flipping, you'll also learn how to motivate yourself and stay motivated - to earn 6 figures and beyond off REI. >> To hear it all - Click "Play" in ...

7RREI #18 -- Mastering the Cashflow Quadrant, Getting a Loan For Your First Property, and Why It's Good to Eat Crow...with Tom and Tim Black

How do you go from employee to prominent real estate investor? You'll hear the answer in this episode, as we talk with Tom and Tim Black of Napali Capital. Tom and Tim also share insights on other intriguing topics including why multifamily REI still makes sense, amid competition, and how to get a loan for your first real estate investment property. In addition, Tom shares a surprising fact on residential real estate loans - one which may change your view of them >> Listen now by clicking "P...

7RREI #17 -- Iraqi Real Estate, Distressed U.S. Properties, and Improving Your Mental Toughness...with Jimmy Vreeland

In Iraq and Afghanistan, how does real estate work? If you've ever wondered about that, you'll enjoy this episode. In it, our guest (Jimmy Vreeland) shares surprising insights on Iraq and Afghan real estate. Jimmy also describes how you can know when a property in the U.S. is too distressed to purchase. And drawing on his army days, Jimmy shares some equally worthwhile advice on improving your mental toughness. To hear his advice -- Click "PLAY" in iTunes now!

7RREI #16 -- 80's-Era House Hacking, America's Best City for Turnkey REI, and a Mantra to Help You Overcome Any Obstacle...with Jeff Schechter

What's the Best City in the U.S. for Turnkey Investing? You may be surprised by the answer given by our guest in this episode (Jeff "Shecky" Schechter). Beyond turnkey, the episode also covers self-development, with an array of eye-opening insights. If you've ever doubted the validity of your real estate investing dreams - Jeff's thoughts on such self-development areas as resilience and motivation are bound to give you confidence going forward. >>To Listen - CLICK PLAY in iTunes now!

7RREI #15 -- Senior Housing, Staying Fit While Traveling, and Why U-Haul Trucks Can Make You a Better Investor...with Tanner Bickelhaupt

The U-Haul Test - it could be the key to your investing success, as explained by our guest in this episode (Tanner Bickelhaupt). Tanner also reveals a BIG mistake that you might make when looking at another investor's track records. And, on other fronts, the episode offers a few tips to help you stay fit while you're on the road, traveling for work. >> To hear the tips and much more -- Click "PLAY" in iTunes now

7RREI #14 --Family Offices, European Wine, and the Wrong Way to Structure Your Syndication Fees...with Richard Wilson

What exactly is a "family office"? If you've ever wondered, you'll enjoy this episode - featuring family office expert, Richard Wilson. By the end, you'll have a clearer sense of family offices and their relevance to REI. You'll also know more about fine European wines (including what food to pair with the wine). And, as the title of this episode indicates - you'll hear about a major mistake deal sponsors often make in structuring their syndication fees. Are you making that mistake? >> Liste...

7RREI #13 --Delegation, Financing FSBO Deals, and How to Overcome Stress When You're Raising Capital...with Jay Conner

Need more money for your Real Estate ambitions? Then you'll definitely benefit from listening to this episode, featuring private money expert Jay Conner. Among his accomplishments in REI, Jay's renowned for having raised TWO MILLION DOLLARS in private money (i.e. NO BANKS) within just 90 days. This episode sheds some light on how he did it. And you'll also hear Jay's thoughts on other useful areas including how to delegate your business - so you can work LESS - and how to positively handle t...

7RREI #12 -- Wholesaling’s Hidden Cost, Creating Your Brand, and How to Beat Adversity Using a Broomstick...with Connor Steinbrook

Is your back against the wall, financially? Or do you know someone who's in that position? Then you're going to enjoy this episode. Our guest Connor Steinbrook has been there, having literally beat adversity back with a broomstick. From that rock bottom moment, he's gone on to succed in wholesaling, rehabbing, notes, and a variety of other REI niches. Learn how he came back, get fired up for your own financial comeback, and hear a wealth of other insights >> Listen now!

7RREI #11 -- Chicken Coops, ATM Investing, and Building Your Story...with Dave Zook

Investing in...ATM machines? Yes, and in this episode, you'll hear how ATM investing works. You'll also hear about how to build your story, when raising funds for an REI deal. And, as the title of this episode suggests, Chicken Coops also get discussed - as do the Amish. To hear how it all fits together >> Click "Play" in iTunes and Listen now!

7RREI #9 -- Financial Bullies, Foreclosure Investing, and Why Hurricanes Should NOT Scare You...with Shawn Yesner

“I’m going to KICK YOU as HARD as I possibly can in the shin, and I’m going to try to BREAK YOUR BONES...But..."--- With a quote like that, from our guest, this episode speaks for itself. But in case you need to know more, this episode (#9) also covers foreclosure investing, standing up to financial bullies, and why Hurricanes should NOT scare you. >> To hear all that, click "play" in Libsyn or iTunes, and listen now!

7RREI #8 -- Anderson Cooper, Bitcoin, and the Real Estate Between Your Two Ears...with M.C. Laubscher

Want to create passive cashflow today and generational wealth tomorrow? Real Estate Investing is one way to do it. But it's NOT the only way, as our guest in this episode explains. Tune in to hear the guest, M.C. Laubscher of Cashflow Ninja - share his unique insights on both REI and a myriad of other powerful wealth-building strategies. Among those strategies, Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, are discussed. As is...Anderson Cooper? Listen and see how he fits into this discussion....

7RREI #7 -- Effective Negotiation, Airplane Pilots, and Knowing Whether You've Done Enough Due Diligence...with Brian Hennessey

Looking for advice on negotiation? Then you'll want to check out this episode. It features Brian Hennessey, a 30-year veteran of the commercial real estate world. Brian shares his insights on negotiation, from the deals he's done. In addition, he also provides a veritable "goldmine" of book recommendations to help you study negotiation. The episode is equally rich in REI material, including a discussion on Brian's own areas of expertise - due diligence and adding value. Pay particular attent...

7RREI #6 -- How You Meet Trump, the Truth About Rentals, and Why Cardone's Wrong...with Nate Armstrong

Imagine requesting a million dollar loan to invest in...Bitcoin? Laughable, sure. But do you know why exactly a bank wouldn't give you the loan? Our guest, Nate Armstrong does, and he explains the realities of bank lending. He also speaks on topics including: seller financing for REI deals, rentals vs. flips, investing in real estate overseas, and meeting Trump. The topic of investing in your backyard and in "war zones" gets discussed as well...and Nate's advice there may surprise you. >>

7RREI #5 -- Banned Books, Where to Invest, and the Psychological Impact of Names...with Marco Santarelli

Can't decide where to invest? Then you'll enjoy this episode of "7 Rules for Real Estate Investing". Our guest, Marco Santarelli, offers practical insights on how to choose your market for REI. Plus, Marco also shares his thoughts on an array of other eclectic topics. Those topics include - whether "Think and Grow Rich" should be taught in schools; the psychological impact of names; and how he bought his first investment property decades ago - at age 18. >> To hear this episode - Click "Play...

7RREI #4 -- Courthouse drama, raising your NOI, and an answer to the critics...with Brian Burke

"There's times when the best real estate investment you can make is to go play golf"...So says Brian Burke, the guest in this episode. Brian has been investing in real estate since 1989, and currently manages over $150M in assets through his firm Praxis Capital. Yet he started off with no savings, no connections, and living paycheck-to-paycheck as a grocery store employee. How did he do that? Listen to this episode to hear his answer, and the answer you can give when people say you're CRAZY...

7RREI #3 -- Building Your Team For REI, the End of Student Housing, and Moats...with Paul Moore

In Episode #3, you'll hear from Paul Moore, of Welling Capital. Of all our guests, he's perhaps most knowledgeable on how to LOSE money - since he hosts a podcast of the same name. Fortunately, Paul also knows plenty of ways to make money and he's proven that time and again. Over the years, he's done everything from founding a staffing company that was later sold for $2.9M, to flipping over 50 homes, to helping develop a Hyatt hotel. And, more recently, Paul's found success as a multifamily ...

7RREI #2 -- Terrorism, Fake REI Clubs, and How Politics Impact Real Estate...with Charles Tassell

In this episode, you'll learn from a man who's impacting the way your local REIA operates...That would be Charles Tassell - the Chief Operating Officer for the National Real Estate Investors Association. Charles has been working on public policies for the past 20 years, and has advised policy development for dozens of states, counties, and municipalities. Along the way, he's authored legislation and served on several state, regional and national boards. Beyond his work in the public sector, ...

7RREI #1 -- Punk Rock, Multifamily Millions, and the Surprising Cure for Back Pain...with Dave Lindahl

In this episode, you'll be learning from Dave Lindahl, the Founder and President of RE Mentor. Over the last two decades, Dave has bought and sold over 8,200 real estate units from foreclosures, short sales, wholesale deals, lease options and rehabs with single family, multi-family and commercial properties. In addition, he's also authored numerous bestselling books including the timeless apartment investing classic, Multifamily Millions. Not bad for a guy who started off decades ago, mowing...

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